Senior Subcontracts Manager

Agile Defense

. Lead and manage the subcontracting function across all business units, including DoD and federal civilian programs .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in federal subcontracting management, including compliance with FAR and DFARS, while leading and mentoring a subcontracting team to drive performance and accountability. Proficient in developing and executing small business subcontracting plans and ensuring audit readiness.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Federal Subcontracting ManagementFAR ComplianceSubcontract NegotiationSmall Business Subcontracting PlansLeadership in Procurement

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Hard Skills

Subcontract Lifecycle ManagementRisk MitigationCPSR Audit SupportData VisualizationPerformance Metrics Development

Soft Skills

Personal AccountabilityCollaborationMentoringStrategic PartnershipContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

CostpointSmartsheetSharePointCognosSAM.gov

Certifications & Qualifications

CPCMCFCM

Industry Keywords

Defense SectorNational SecuritySubcontracting ComplianceOCONUS ProgramsMentor-Protégé Programs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cognos

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage the subcontracting function across all business units, including DoD and federal civilian programs
Maintain a limited portfolio of complex, high-risk, or strategically important subcontracts
Oversee the full subcontract lifecycle: intake, solicitation, negotiation, award, administration, and closeout
Ensure timely, compliant execution of subcontract actions in alignment with internal SLAs and business priorities
Establish scalable processes, templates, and tools to support growth and efficiency
Collaborate with the Director of Procurement Compliance to ensure subcontract files are audit-ready and compliant with FAR, DFARS, and company policies
Maintain and continuously improve procurement policies, SOPs, and internal controls
Partner with Legal and Contracts on risk mitigation, flowdowns, and terms negotiation
Lead development, execution, and monitoring of Small Business Subcontracting Plans
Develop and deliver subcontracting performance metrics and insights to senior leadership
Oversee ISR/SSR reporting in SAM.gov and ensure accuracy and timeliness
Track and report subcontracting performance against goals, including SDB, WOSB, SDVOSB, and HUBZone
Collaborate with BD and Capture to embed small business participation strategies in proposals
Serve as a strategic partner to Program Managers, Capture Teams, and Leadership
Provide guidance on subcontracting strategy, workshare, and compliance requirements
Support proposal efforts, including teaming strategies and subcontractor selection
Lead, mentor, and develop a small subcontracting team
Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations
Drive accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be a U.S. citizen
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Contract Management, or related field
Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in federal subcontracting or procurement, with 5+ years in a leadership role
Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and subcontracting compliance requirements
Experience supporting or leading CPSR audits and audit readiness efforts
Strong working knowledge of small business subcontracting plans and ISR/SSR reporting
Demonstrated experience leading subcontract negotiations and managing risk
High level of personal accountability and follow-through
Ability to create structure, timelines, and internal accountability mechanisms
Experience in a mid-size or high-growth government contractor environment
Familiarity with Costpoint, Smartsheet, SharePoint, Cognos, or similar systems
Professional certifications such as CPCM, CFCM, or equivalent
Experience working in the defense or national security sector
Experience participating in or leading Mentor-Protégé programs
Ability to support OCONUS programs and compliance considerations
Data visualization and dashboard creation skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
0%-10% travel possible
Remote work arrangement